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Myoporum is a small genus of evergreen shrubs and small trees from Australia and New Zealand. Because of their low maintenance growth and ability to tolerate drought, Myoporum is widely grown in arid climates as hedge plant.

Most species of Myoporum produce attractive foliage, white flowers and colourful berries that add to the beauty of these smart plants. Known as tough and fast growing shrubs, Myoporums make good plants for hedges, screens, or along banks and slopes. Most species do best when provided with moderate watering and grown under full or partial sun.

Myoporum parvifolium is probably the most common species. It is a low-growing plant that forms dense mounds of evergreen foliage. The plant grows up to 6 inches tall and spreads to 5 feet or more. As a low-maintenance plant, Myoporum parvifolium is often grown as a ground cover in landscapes and gardens.

Myoporum parvifolium / Image by Tony Rodd

Other popular species include:

Myoporum insulare is a hardy shrub that grows up to 5 meters. It is characterized by glossy-green leaves, tiny white flowers and purple-blue berries.

Myoporum laetum is a small tree with light green leaves. The plant produces summer flowers followed by formation of red berries in autumn.